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Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2018
This article reviews some of the basics of how RWI operates, identifies challenges associated with the use of RWI, and summarizes the process for acquiring RWI policies. It then explores circumstances in which proactive and preemptive use of RWI can help a strategic buyer successfully close more transactions while at the same time managing risk consistent with such buyer’s objectives.
Resource Details
Interest Area: Insurance
Source: ACC Docket
… associated with the use of RWI, and summarizes the process for acquiring RWI policies. It then explores circumstances in … arrangement (in which a portion of the purchase price is held back at closing by a third-party account) can be a … insured (the buyer or seller depending on whether it is a buy or sell-side policy), must bear before the insurance …
Articles
Christian Perez (Associate) of Lloreda Camacho & Co.
07/20/2016

This QuickCounsel will provide an overview of the key aspects of pretrial evidence in Colombia, usually utilized whenever a person needs to browse and secure evidence in advance, either to file a civil complaint against another or to defend itself against possible lawsuits derived from known facts.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Colombia
… Articles Pretrial Evidence Production in Colombia Author Christian Perez (Associate) of Lloreda … Colombia enacted the new General Code of Procedure ("CGP" for its acronym in Spanish) which established a new evidence … aid of civil courts if necessary.   Thus, before a trial is initiated, a person is encouraged to garner all possible …
Articles
Practical Law Company
03/30/2015
8 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a high-level overview of privacy rules and principles in Germany.

Resource Details
Region: Germany
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … or any of its lawyers, unless so stated. This InfoPAKSM is not intended as a definitive statement on the subject but … by PLC. For more information about PLC, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/ or see the “About the …
Articles
Karen M. Sheehan
08/09/2010
2 pages

Tips on how formal training for in-house counsel will benefit the company in the long run.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Articles Formal training for in-house lawyers Author Karen M. Sheehan August 9, 2010 2 … Not an ACC Member? Request a trial membership . … NLJ.COM Daily Updates at BY Karen M. Sheehan With the recurring … the areas getting a fresh look, professional development is arguably one in which a new paradigm will have the …
Articles
Robert Falk and Gregory Olaniran
03/01/2016

In-house counsel often express frustration with outside counsel. The relationship can be improved by rethinking your role from vendor manager, to team leader.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
… of Rob’s work and the positive impact it had on his com- pany. Rob’s response was quite human: Somehow, that … some in-house lawyers may presume that paying invoices is sufficient to guarantee the best possible outcomes at all … ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM, WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR …
Articles
Douglas A. Pearson, Seth Litman and Leonard Lescosky
06/01/2011

Although manufacturing medications in China might seem desirable, possible risks associated with production and importation of drugs and ingredients is cause for major concern. If your company lacks appropriate training and oversight, it could face civil and criminal penalties, and product liability litigation. This article analyzes current regulations, potential liability and the steps manufacturers should take to protect themselves.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: China, United States
… with production and importation of drugs and ingredients is cause for major concern. If your company lacks appropriate … goal of manufacturing safe, unadulterated products, while com- plying with good manufacturing prac- tices (GMP) … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Law Business Research
09/19/2014

"the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals"

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Source: Resource Library
Region: Cayman Islands
… 19, 2014 "the "Getting the Deal Through" reference guide for M&A professionals" Resource Details Interest Area: … Rachel Nurse Subscriptions@ GettingTheDealThrough.com Head of editorial production Adam Myers Production … 1471-1230 The information provided in this publication is general and may not apply in a specific situation. Legal …
Articles
Practical Law
03/23/2016
37 pages

This InfoPAK (now known as ACC Guides) provides a Q&A that gives a high level overview of the main trends and significant deals in Swiss construction plans.

Resource Details
Region: Switzerland
… 20036 USA tel +1 202.293.4103, fax +1 202.293.4701 www.acc.com By in-house counsel, for in-house counsel.® Association … tool at http://uk.practicallaw.com/4-502-1260. This Q&A is part of the global guide to construction and projects law. … Law. For more information about Practical Law, visit their website at http://www.practicallaw.com/.           For more …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/26/2021
As her tenure as ACC board chair comes to a close, Jo Anne Schwendinger reflects on her time advancing the organization and the in-house field.
… at both the national and chapter level over the last year. For example, the foundation partnered with the Association … from marginalized communities. The Belonging Project is another incredible partnership formed last year. Based on … the annual 2021 Chief Legal Officers Survey . (Head to acc.com/clo2022 to participate in next year’s survey now.) …
Articles
Agostinho Pereira de Miranda and Cláudia Leonardo, Miranda Correia Amendoeira & Associados
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a volume in our series of annual reports, which provide international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

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Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Equatorial Guinea
… & Associados December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Articles
Tarek F Riad, Kosheri, Rashed & Riad Law Firm
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a<br />volume in our series of annual reports,<br />which provide international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and<br />business people.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Egypt
… & Riad Law Firm December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to<br />publish the ninth edition of … international analysis in<br />key areas of law and policy for corporate<br />counsel, cross-border legal practitioners … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Program Materials
James Peck, William Potter, Frederick Stein
10/02/2012

This session is designed to benefit every corporate attorney from the entry level associate G.C. to the experienced G.C. as it argues for a radically different perspective of the Legal Department within the modern corporate structure.

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Source: Meetings
Region: United States
… Potter, Frederick Stein October 2, 2012 This session is designed to benefit every corporate attorney from the … at ACC: +1 202.293.4103, x338; legalresources@acc.com Tuesday, October 2, 2012 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM 806 – … Š Review the website, every word. Š Time for a road trip – …
Articles
Liz J. Deckman, Partner, Richard G. Schwartz, Partner, and Sarah J. Touzalin, Senior Counsel (Seyfarth Shaw)
06/30/2022

Summary Plan Descriptions (SPDs) are an essential mechanism for employers to use when informing employees and participants of benefits offered under their plans. SPDs tell employees and plan participants what the plan documents say, including what their benefits are, what they need to do in order to get a benefit, and how those benefits are going to be paid to them. Therefore, it is important that SPDs are correct and accurate and sent to everybody who needs to get them. 

This article discusses some of the key do’s and don’ts with respect to SPDs.  

… Articles Quick Overview: Key Considerations for US Summary Plan Descriptions   Author Liz J. Deckman, … those benefits are going to be paid to them. Therefore, it is important that SPDs are correct and accurate and sent to … of it, with the SPD attached or with a link to it on their website. Also the administrator must state that the …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 09/24/2019
Instead, when we feel overworked and exhausted, our first instinct is to drop everything, go to happy hour, and try to forget about it. Some take the quieter approach, heading home and distracting themselves from all the noise until the next day. These strategies are temporary solutions. Following the advice below can keep you on track longer than a night out or a night in.
… when we feel overworked and exhausted, our first instinct is to drop everything, go to happy hour, and try to forget … Although we talk about burnout behind closed doors and in online articles like this, we rarely talk about it at work, … new language but can’t find anyone else to practice with). For all three kinds of interests, there is always a way to …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/09/2023
From algorithm insights to IP challenges — columnist Olga V. Mack shares four pillars of AI training that every corporate lawyer needs for a tech-integrated future. #OpenAI #LargeLanguageModel #Generative AI
… Docket Article Legal Tech: 4 Key AI Training Areas for Corporate Lawyers Olga V. Mack Publication Date: … ACC Docket … Banner artwork by good render / Shutterstock.com Picture yourself as an orchestra conductor directing a … interdisciplinary collaboration, and adaptability. But it is a skillset you can learn. Your expertise in supervising …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 05/28/2019
Many businesses are turning to privacy assessments — comprehensive reviews of data collection, processing, and governance conducted under the supervision of counsel. Here are five questions you should ask to determine whether and how to conduct a comprehensive privacy assessment in your organization.
… and how to conduct a comprehensive privacy assessment in your organization. Resource Details Interest Area: … Privacy, and eCommerce Source: ACC Docket … This is a follow-up to the authors’ previous article “5 Questions … requirements and oversight, and developing mechanisms for the exercise and monitoring of individual rights, to name …
Articles
CMS
08/21/2023
143 pages

This guide, initially published in 2020, reflects on the remote adjustments of working environments within the COVID-19 pandemic and looks forward at the ever evolving laws and regulations surrounding remote work. The push for employers to embrace remote work remains strong, but there are many factors to consider in this shift.

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Region: Global, Czech Republic, Netherlands, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, China, Colombia, Croatia, France, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Luxembourg, Monaco, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom
… explore key questions related to remote work, including: Is there legislation relating to work from home in your … feel free to reach out to us at employment@cmslegal.com. 3 | CMS Expert Guide to remote working … This resource was originally published and updated on the website of  CMS  on August 11, 2023. … CMS … This guide, …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
08/15/2022
2 pages

On 19 July 2022, the UK Government issued legislation which changed the definition of a “relevant firm” to now include crypto-asset exchange providers and custodian wallet providers (“Crypto Firms”). As such Crypto Firms will now have reporting obligations under UK sanctions legislation.

Resource Details
Region: United Kingdom
… eCommerce Region: United Kingdom File eversheds-sutherland.com-Flash Update UK OFSI update on financial sanctions … reporting obligations under UK sanctions legislation. It is an offence to fail to comply with the reporting … Please refer to the full terms and conditions on our website. This information is for guidance purposes only and …
Articles
Andrew R. Gold; Katharine H. Parker
03/31/2002

This article discusses the nuts and bolts of developing an effective anti-harassment policy and properly implementing it in the workplace.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… harm otherwise."* The Ellerth-Faragher affirmative defense is available only to employers who in good faith try to … Inc. in Stamford, CT. He is available at andrew.gold@PB.com. Katbarine H. Parker is a partner at Proskauer Rose in … at www.eeoc.gov/laws/vii.html. Harassment ReportLine™, a website providing critical information to corporate America …
Articles
Ted Claypoole, Danielle Benoit
09/01/2009

It may sound like an odd declaration to make, but in the present state of the economy there is no such thing as a secret. This article discusses the vulnerability of a failed businesses’ private data. What happens to the once personal — and considerably privileged — information of former clients, customers, employees and patients?

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… to make, but in the present state of the economy there is no such thing as a secret. This article discusses the … the business ends. California was the first state to adopt com- prehensive regulation of data disposal, and other states … ACC has more material on this subject on our website. Visit www.acc.com, where you can browse our …
Articles
Veta Richardson
11/01/2006

Diversity within your legal department (and your company as a whole) begins with compliance, expands into an appreciation for differences, and is at its pinnacle when your work environment recognizes and values differing skills. The Minority Corporate Counsel Association's 2006 Study of Law Department Best Practices, summarized here, shows that corporations are past mere diversity compliance and that their diversity practices have proven to be successful for law departments and corporations as a whole.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… begins with compliance, expands into an appreciation for differences, and is at its pinnacle when your work environment recognizes and … combined the results of these interviews with research com- pleted in MCCA's recent selection of 2 3 legal …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 10/01/2019
In this article, we outline five tips for companies preparing for a private equity investment and five tips for managing a new private equity relationship post-transaction.
… Docket Article 10 Tips for Preparing for and Managing a Private Equity Investor … and other conditions change. Private equity investment is an option that should be considered by any company looking … reputable third-party Q of E firm, this can help expedite buy-side diligence as the private equity investor may be …
Docket Article
Publication Date: 12/16/2020
So, how should a board respond to climate change — arguably the greatest and most immediate threat to the world and human existence? How can boards gain an understanding of how risks occasioned by changes in the climate and natural environment will impact operations and provide the appropriate level of support and guidance to management?
… Docket Article The Climate is Changing: What Every Board Member Needs to Know Brian M. … (Oct. 2016). ACC HAS MORE MATERIAL ON THIS SUBJECT ON OUR WEBSITE. VISIT WWW.ACC.COM , WHERE YOU CAN BROWSE OUR RESOURCES BY PRACTICE AREA OR …
Articles
Andres Hidalgo, Partner, Llordea Camacho & Co.
08/21/2014

This Top Ten explores Anti-Trust Concerns in M&A Transactions in Colombia

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
Region: Colombia
… Articles Top Ten Anti-Trust Concerns in M&A Transactions in Colombia Author Andres Hidalgo, … Colombia …   Generally obtaining anti-trust clearance for M&A transactions is at the top of the list of conditions present in the …
Articles
Eversheds Sutherland
07/09/2022
48 pages

A multi-jurisdictional guide to company insolvency laws and procedures.

Resource Details
Region: United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, United States
… wide-ranging experience in out-of-court workouts. Our aim is to offer you timely, individually tailored advice in … M: +44 776 876 0956 simonwaller@eversheds-sutherland.com Carl Allen Partner M: +44 739 325 4333 … creditors. This resource was originally published on the website of Eversheds Sutherland. … Eversheds Sutherland … A …
Peer Practice Examples
08/10/2015

This overview covers how legal knowledge management supports legal department operations - reducing costs while maintaining quality.

Resource Details
Source: Resource Library
In a market where clients demand value and efficiency, KM is an essential approach to reducing cost while maintaining … Senior Consultant +1 703.527.2381 ron.friedmann@firemanco.com www.firemanco.com Additional Links for Ron: Strategic Legal Technology Blog | Professional Website | LinkedIn Profile | Twitter … This overview covers …
Articles
Klaus Oblin, Oblin Melichar
12/12/2014

Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a volume in our series of annual reports, which provide international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and business people.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Commercial and Contracts
Source: Resource Library
Region: Austria
… Oblin Melichar December 12, 2014 Getting the Deal Through is delighted to publish the ninth edition of Arbitration, a … international analysis in key areas of law and policy for corporate counsel, cross-border legal practitioners and … Partners Von Wobeser y Sierra SC www.gettingthedealthrough.com 1 contents Arbitration 2014 contributing editors: Gerhard …
Articles
 Marc A. Lieberstein (Kilpatrick Townsend LLP, Co-Chair Retail Consumer Goods Industry Team; Co-Chair Franchise Group)
03/29/2023

This article outlines red flags that brand owners and licensees should look for, consider, and address if they find such flags in a brand license agreement.

Resource Details
Region: United States
… Articles Top Ten Red Flags to Look for in Your Brand License Agreement Author  Marc A. … Scope of the Grant. If the scope of the license grant is not clear, this is a red flag. a.    Exclusive vs. … purportedly granted. Special attention should be given to online uses, which are often worldwide (so may not comply …
Checklists
ACC Energy Committee
10/29/2014
14 pages

A helpful checklist for outlining an international joint venture.

Resource Details
Interest Area: Energy and Public Utility
Source: Resource Library
Region: United States
… Checklists Checklist for an International Joint Venture Author ACC Energy … countries)? Are there local ownership requirements, or is navigating the local regulatory environment challenging … profit sharing, or by allowing the non-defaulting party to buy the defaulting party’s interest at a discount If the …
Articles
Michele S. Gatto
10/01/2003

In order for your law department to be effective, its goals, objectives,and results must be aligned with those of your company. This article will help you to achieve such alignment through a simple three-step strategy for communication and change.

Resource Details
Source: ACC Docket
Region: United States
… Author Michele S. Gatto September 30, 2003 In order for your law department to be effective, its goals, … process for ensuring success. What works best for me is to keep it simple. I determine where the department is … a scribe to write ideas on a flipchart and to tape each com- pleted page to the walls of the meeting room. You should …
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